Product Description
Sun protection should do more than shield your skin. EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 is a lightweight hydrating sunscreen that delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection while helping maintain skin moisture for a smoother, more radiant-looking complexion.
Powered by Zinc Oxide 11%, Octisalate 5%, and hyaluronic acid, this broad-spectrum SPF 50 face sunscreen helps protect against sunburn and UV-related premature aging when used as directed. Hyaluronic acid helps replenish moisture and improve the look of dehydration lines, making it ideal for dry, dehydrated, normal, and mature-looking skin.
Its silky, non-greasy texture absorbs easily, making it an excellent choice for everyday wear under makeup or as the final step in your morning skincare routine. Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 offers a strong balance of hydration, comfort, and daily sun protection for healthier-looking skin.
Apply every morning to the face and neck before sun exposure, and reapply as directed during extended outdoor activity.
EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 Size & Option
- 1.7 oz
EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 Benefits
- Broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection against UVA and UVB exposure
- Hydrates dry and dehydrated skin with hyaluronic acid for a smoother-looking finish
- Helps improve the look of dehydration lines, fine lines, and visible dryness
- Lightweight, silky texture absorbs easily without a heavy or greasy feel
- Layers seamlessly under makeup for a natural, hydrated-looking finish
- Helps protect against UV-related premature aging and daily environmental stressors
- Ideal for normal, dry, dehydrated, and mature-looking skin
- Fragrance-free, oil-free, dye-free, paraben-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic
Skin types
- Normal Skin
- Dry Skin
- Combination Skin
- Mature Skin
- Dehydrated Skin
Related skin concerns
- Sun Damage
- Premature Aging
- Fine Lines & Wrinkles
- Dryness
- Dehydration
- Loss of Elasticity
- Daily UV Protection
Applicable body parts
- Face
- Neck
- Chest (Décolleté)
- Ears
- Hands
How To Use
How to use the product
- Apply generously to the face and neck as the final step of your morning skincare routine.
- Use approximately 15 minutes before sun exposure.
- Reapply every two hours when outdoors.
- Reapply immediately after swimming, excessive sweating, or towel drying.
- Use daily - even on cloudy days - for optimal protection against premature aging.
- Pro Tip: Pair with antioxidant serums like SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic® or NazarianSkin Collagen Antioxidant Serum underneath for enhanced environmental protection.
Pairs Well With
- EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex
- EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser
Ingredients
Key ingredients
Zinc Oxide 11%
- A mineral sunscreen active that helps provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection while supporting daily sun defense for the face.
Octisalate 5%
- A lightweight sunscreen active that helps absorb UVB rays and supports overall SPF 50 protection.
Hyaluronic Acid
- A moisture-binding ingredient that helps hydrate the skin, support the skin barrier, and improve the look of dryness, dehydration lines, and fine lines.
ZincAOXPro Technology
- A proprietary antioxidant technology that combines Zinc Oxide with antioxidant support to help protect skin from visible environmental stressors, including UV exposure, blue light, smog, and pollution-related stressors.
Vitamin E
- An antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient that helps support healthier-looking skin and defend against visible environmental stressors.
Dimethicone
- A skin-conditioning ingredient that helps create a smooth, silky texture while supporting moisture retention and a comfortable finish.
All ingredients
Active Sunscreen Ingredients
- Zinc Oxide 11%, Octisalate 5%
Hydrating Ingredient
- Hyaluronic Acid
Inactive Ingredients:
Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Polyisobutene, Cetearyl Glucoside, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Polyether-1, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carnosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract.
Shipping & Returns
FAQs
Q: What is EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50?
EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 is a lightweight hydrating face sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection while helping support smoother, more hydrated-looking skin. It combines SPF 50 protection with hyaluronic acid for daily moisture support.
Q: Is EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 good for dry skin?
Yes, EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 is a good option for dry, dehydrated, normal, and mature-looking skin. The formula includes hyaluronic acid, a moisture-binding ingredient that helps support hydration and a smoother, plumper-looking finish.
Q: Is EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 non-comedogenic?
Yes, this product is positioned as non-comedogenic, making it suitable for daily facial use without a heavy or greasy feel. It is especially useful for people who want a moisturizing face sunscreen that layers comfortably in a skincare routine.
Q: What are the active ingredients in EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50?
The active sunscreen ingredients are Zinc Oxide 11% and Octisalate 5%. The formula also features hyaluronic acid to support skin hydration.
Q: How do I use EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50?
Apply liberally to the face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours, especially during extended outdoor activity.
Q: Should I use EltaMD UV Daily Hydration+ SPF 50 every day?
Yes, use it every morning as the final step in your skincare routine. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen helps protect skin from UVA/UVB exposure, sunburn, and UV-related visible aging when used as directed.

